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Sopheon is an international provider of software and services focused on product lifecycle management. The company’s flagship solution, Accolade, assists manufacturers and service providers in achieving sustainable market differentiation by aligning strategic roadmapping, idea development, and innovation execution. Sopheon serves a diverse range of industries, including aerospace and defense, chemicals, consumer goods, food and beverage, high-tech and electronics, and industrial manufacturing. Its customer base includes notable firms such as BAE Systems, BASF, Cadbury, Celanese, and General Motors. By utilizing Sopheon's solutions, organizations can improve their decision-making regarding product development and enhance their ability to bring profitable new products to market more efficiently. The company operates primarily in North America and Europe, generating revenue through the sale of software licenses, maintenance and support contracts, and service income.

IP Pragmatics is a management consultancy established in 2001 and based in London, United Kingdom. The firm specializes in scientific technologies and intellectual property, offering a range of services that include market assessment, valuation, technology transfer support, policy and strategy development, intellectual property audits, competitive intelligence, and licensing assistance. IP Pragmatics serves clients across various sectors, including agriculture technology, life sciences, food products, and healthcare. Its clientele comprises universities, research institutes, enterprises, and public sector organizations, reflecting the firm's commitment to enhancing the value and impact of intellectual property in diverse fields.

MyIP is a company focused on developing and supplying software solutions for intellectual property (IP) and technology transfer management. It provides specialized software for managing intellectual property assets and facilitating technology transfer to a diverse clientele, including universities, research institutes, government agencies, and businesses of various sizes across Europe. MyIP's offerings include both packaged and customized software tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients, enhancing their capabilities in IP management and technology commercialization.

Covalent Data, Inc. operates an online platform that connects innovation with technology enterprises by providing tools for technology transfer and corporate licensing professionals. The company offers an asset marketing platform and intelligent search solutions designed to identify valuable assets within companies and technology transfer organizations. By integrating diverse public and private data sources, Covalent Data delivers insights and analytics that facilitate opportunity identification, enhance due diligence, and streamline the innovation process. Its services cater to a wide range of stakeholders, including academic and research institutions, large corporations, granting agencies, private foundations, and individual researchers. The platform allows users to track trends, analyze opportunities, and foster connections within the innovation ecosystem. Covalent Data, formerly known as Collective IP, Inc., was established in 2011 and is based in Denver, Colorado. It has operated as a subsidiary of Wellspring Worldwide Inc. since 2017.

Flintbox, originally established in 2003 by the University of British Columbia, is a prominent platform for open innovation and intellectual property exchange. Acquired by Wellspring in 2010, Flintbox has evolved into a sophisticated software tool that facilitates collaboration among a global community of researchers, innovators, and organizations. The platform boasts over 17,000 registered users from more than 500 organizations across six continents, fostering connections between research institutions and industry. Since its relaunch in April 2010, Flintbox has continually enhanced its features based on user feedback, which includes contributions from companies, universities, and independent innovators. This user-driven approach ensures that Flintbox remains a vital resource for building relationships and driving collaboration within the innovation ecosystem.